For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,059 students in 42301, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 42301, KY are Emerson Academy, Owensboro Innovation Academy and Apollo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42301 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42301, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42301 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Apollo High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 27% (majority Black).
Best 42301, KY Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Emerson Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1335 W 11th Street
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1087
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1087
Grades: 9-12
| 90 students
Rank: #22.
Owensboro Innovation Academy
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2631 S Griffith Avenue
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1000
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Apollo High School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2280 Tamarack Road
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7100
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,440 students
Rank: #44.
Owensboro High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Frederica St
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1110
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1110
Grades: 9-12
| 1,334 students
Rank: #55.
The Center For Academic Improvement
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3361 Buckland Square
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7200
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7200
Grades: 6-12
| 22 students
Rank: #66.
Heritage Park High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3361 Buckland Square
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7200
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 170 students
Rank: n/an/a
Valley High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1000 Industrial Dr.
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Grades: 9-12
| 3 students
42301, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2631 South Griffith Ave
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Grades: 5-6
| n/a students
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What are the top ranked public high schools in 42301, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42301, KY include Emerson Academy, Owensboro Innovation Academy and Apollo High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42301?
7 public high schools are located in 42301.
What is the racial composition of students in 42301?
42301 public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 27% (majority Black).
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